Which of the above represents the formula for the most common compound of X and Y? Where X is Ca and Y is F.
A
X2Y
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B
XY
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C
XY2
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D
XY3
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E
XY4
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Solution
The correct option is CXY2 XY2 represents the formula for the most common compound of X and Y. X and Y represent Ca (bivalent) and F (monovalent). So they form calcium fluoride CaF2 or XY2.